BCB in collaboration with IBioIC, Opportunity North East, Seafood Scotland, University of Stirling, and Zero Waste Scotland.

It has been estimated that 190,000 tonnes of fish and shellfish by-products are generated across Scotland each year (Zero Waste Scotland, 2015). This material represents significant opportunities to create value from waste, boost the bottom line of the Scottish seafood sector and address environmental concerns. Collaboration and knowledge sharing are essential if we are to develop innovative routes to make the most this important resource.

The Industrial Biotechnology Innovation Centre (IBioIC), Opportunity North East, Seafood Scotland, University of Stirling and Zero Waste Scotland are hosting this dedicated meeting to bring together key stakeholders from the seafood, biotechnology and waste valorisation communities.

Agenda

1030                   Registration

1100                   Welcome and introduction

1110                   Alexandra Leeper, Head of Research and Innovation – Iceland Ocean Cluster

1140                   Showcase - Creating value from fish co-products

- examples from Iceland

- examples from Scotland

1220                   Lunch and networking

1310                   Zero Waste Scotland – identifying opportunities across the fish value chain

1325                   LOWINFOOD Project – addressing waste reduction in the seafood industry

1340                   Stakeholder workshop – challenges, opportunities and solutions

1440                   Feedback and next steps

1500                   Close

Lunch and refreshments will be provided.

Location

Iris Murdoch Building

University of Stirling

Airthrey Rd

Stirling

FK9 4LA